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They Do It With Mirrors
Agatha Christie

They Do It With Mirrors

Quick Answer

Read "They Do It With Mirrors" as the 5th book in the Miss Marple Mysteries sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "A Murder Is Announced" (Book 4)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 5th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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2009222 pp
E-book exclusive extras:1) Christie biographer Charles Osborne's essay on They Do It with Mirrors;2) "The Marples": the complete guide to all the cases of crime literature's foremost female detective.A sense of danger pervades the rambling Victorian mansion in which Jane Marple’s friend Carrie Louise lives—and not only because the building doubles as a rehabilitation centre for criminal youths. One inmate attempts, and fails, to shoot dead the administrator. But simultaneously, in another part of the building, a mysterious visitor is less lucky. Miss Marple must employ all her cunning to solve the riddle of the stranger’s visit, and his murder—while protecting her friend from a similarly dreadful fate.The New York Times: ‘No one on either side of the Atlantic does it better.’
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Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Miss Marple Mysteries conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading They Do It With Mirrors?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read They Do It With Mirrors before A Murder Is Announced?

No. We recommend reading A Murder Is Announced first. They Do It With Mirrors is the 5th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is They Do It With Mirrors required reading for the Miss Marple Mysteries?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after They Do It With Mirrors in the reading order?

The next recommended book after They Do It With Mirrors is A Pocket Full Of Rye (Book #6).